Pets With an Attitude

Many folks can't fathom the idea of leaving their fur babies when camping. In fact, many rv parks, trails and activities are available for dogs and cats, or whatever you choose as an animal companion. We've had people not want to enter the dog park once they've laid eyes on our sweet pittie, Pineapple, who I may add, had grown up with small dogs & gets along with every breed & person she's ever encountered. It's obviously a breed stereotype, but ironically, this morning, my son & puppers were charged at viciously during their morning walk by a German Shepard that was tied up to our neighbor's camper unsupervised.

Thankfully, the dog was jerked back by its leash, but what if it faltered? My son & dog ran across the way into a vacant site when the dog charged at them, and continued back home to tell me what happened.

He foretold the story about the unprovoked aggression with a terrified look on his face. My momma bear instincts completely went from chill to ill, and I had to count to ten before I went off on some strangers in my pajamas...

I didn't see or hear what happened, unfortunately. But my son & family is my everything. I looked outside at the people's campsite, then noticed they were leaving. I decided to not ruin their morning, or mine by confronting them, primarily because my son told me a man ran outside immediately and brought the dog inside, and they were leaving. It was evident that there wouldn't be further issues, for we have a few more days left camping in our favorite nearby forest.

But at the end of the day, if you know your dog has ANY type of "sensitivity" to other dogs, or strangers, you may want to consider putting them in a doggie spa, or with a family member instead. Or just invest in a trainer to ensure your dog interacts with others nicely!

Happy Glamping!